Elton John, 77, Faces Emotional Turmoil While Recording New Album

Sir Elton John announced his new album, 'Who Believes In Angels?', a collaboration with Brandi Carlile, marking his first release in four years, set for April 4. The 77-year-old singer described the album as 'the start of my career Mark 2,' despite experiencing emotional turmoil during recording sessions, which he called a 'f***ing nightmare.' Footage from the studio revealed intense moments, including him tearing sheet music and expressing doubts about the process, although he later reflected that these struggles led to creative breakthroughs. John opened up about the emotional weight of the project, particularly on his solo track, which deals with themes of mortality, causing him to break down during recording. Despite the challenges, insiders suggest this album could be one of his best, showcasing a genuine collaboration with Carlile and longtime partner Bernie Taupin. The album's creation involved pushing each other out of their comfort zones over a focused 20-day recording period at Sunset Sound Studios.